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Posted on: August 20, 2018

Weather siren, Citizen's Alert System tests set for Wednesday

The audible test of Hall County's severe weather warning system has been scheduled for 10 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 22. This will only be a test, weather permitting. The sirens will sound for approximately three minutes.

The tornado sirens are tested using the wail alert tone once every three months. Other than these previously announced tests, all sirens should be considered to be an actual tornado warning.

Hall County's Warning System is tested silently every Wednesday at 10 a.m.

In conjunction with the severe weather warning system testing, Hall County officials are urging citizens to sign up for the Hall County Citizen's Alert System, which will also be tested Wednesday morning. The Citizen's Alert System notifies residents about severe weather, fires, floods, toxic environmental issues and other important topics within minutes. Messages can be sent to individuals using a variety of contact mechanisms - cell phone, landline, email, text messaging and more - ensuring that Hall County residents receive life-saving emergency information and important public service announcements in minutes. Any individual may self-register, provide additional contact information or opt out. To sign up or learn more, log onto alerts.hallcounty.org.

"Severe weather can be unpredictable and extremely dangerous," said Casey Ramsey, interim director of Hall County Emergency Management. "By taking steps to prepare before it strikes, you can ensure that you and your family stay safe. I encourage all Hall County residents to implement safety measures at home and at work so they will be ready when severe weather strikes."

Please direct any questions or concerns to the administrative offices of Hall County Emergency Management at 770-531-6838.